(Moo Ki Sul)
Koong Sul: Archery
Korean archery, Japanese sword and the Chinese spear
are the most famous and recognized traditional weapons
in the Far East. The Korean bow, although shorter than
other bows, is extremely powerful. Because of its length,
it lends itself to efficient use while on horseback. In
contrast to Western archery, the Korean arrow makes a
curve to reach the target.
Kum Sul: Sword
The Im Jim War (1592-1598) between Korea and
Japan was the dividing line of Korean sword history. To
that point the Korean sword was traditionally straight.
The main emphasis of the sword was thrusting and striking.
After the Im Jim War the sword was now made with a curved
blade. This change made it easier to slash rather than
thrust. Bon Kook Kum, Cho Sun, She Bub, Je Do Kum, and
Ssang Soo training were major sword drills used among
the Royal Soldiers.
Bong Sul: Long Pole / Short Stick
The long pole and the spear had been used in the battlefield
for many years. These weapons were easy to get and train
with because the farmers and Buddhist Monks were already
familiar with them.
The short stick was traditionally a six
sided stick (Yuk Mo Bang Maeng Eh). This weapon was primarily
used by the police and night watchmen.
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